First Gasworks, corner of Cook and Main Streets
The first gas works in Palmerston North were constructed by John Coates and Co. and consisted of 11 retorts and two gas holders. It was officially opened 23 February 1889. In 1891 the operation was sold to the Palmerston North Gas Company Ltd, who...
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Place: Corner of Cook and Main Street, Palmerston North
Date: 1890